Crystal Palace defender Aaron Wan-Bissaka admits he was in shock after being called up to the England U20 squad for upcoming matches against Poland and Portugal.

The Eagles' academy product has been rewarded for his impressive performances of late, having shone in matches against Tottenham, Manchester United and Chelsea in recent weeks.

And Wan-Bissaka, who has previously won a single U20 cap for the Democratic Republic of Congo against England, has revealed that he found out about the call-up to Keith Downing's squad when he arrived at the Palace training ground yesterday (Thursday), adding that he was excited at the prospect of playing in the upcoming matches.

"I was excited, but also in shock," he told Palace's club website.

Aaron Wan-Bissaka in action during the Premier League match between Crystal Palace and Manchester United at Selhurst Park. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

"I want to achieve a lot with this team.

"It will be even better to represent my country would be an honour, so I am excited at the prospect."

Wan-Bissaka, who made his Premier League debut against Spurs last month, has impressed at right-back in the last three matches after coming into the side due to injuries and unavailability, and Eagles boss Roy Hodgson said it is now up to the players returning to try and claim the shirt from him.

And the 20-year-old is now hoping to keep his place for the trip to Huddersfield Town tomorrow (Saturday).

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Following the clash in West Yorkshire, Wan-Bissaka will link up with the England U20 side ahead of their games with Poland in Bielsko-Biala on Thursday, March 22, and Portugal at Manchester City's Academy Stadium on Tuesday, March 27.